The Low Carbon Solutions team focuses on developing and delivering sustainable, energy-efficient mechanical and electrical systems that reduce environmental impact and support clients’ net-zero goals. By integrating cutting-edge technologies and innovative design strategies, the department drives the transition to low carbon building services, helping Alternative Heat lead in environmentally responsible solutions while meeting evolving regulatory and client demands.

The Building Services Manager will be responsible for coordinating multidisciplinary teams and managing the building services delivery strategy across multiple projects. The role focuses on ensuring technical quality, programme performance, and efficient collaboration between design, commercial, manufacturing, and site operations teams.

This is a leadership role suited to an experienced building services professional with strong mechanical knowledge and a background in complex commercial or infrastructure projects.

Job Title | Building Services Manager
Location  | Birmingham
Hours | Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm and Friday 8am-3pm
Salary | Competitive
 Responsible to | Head of Building Services

 This role is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of building services projects from initial design review through to construction, commissioning, and handover. The successful candidate will coordinate internal teams including design, BIM, commercial, operations, and commissioning, while also liaising with external consultants and clients to ensure project requirements, regulatory standards, and programme milestones are achieved. Key responsibilities include defining project scope and delivery strategy, leading tender preparation and technical evaluations, monitoring progress and risks, driving value engineering opportunities, ensuring quality and compliance across all stages, and supporting both offsite manufacturing and onsite installation activities. The role also acts as the main building services interface for clients, hosts coordination meetings, prepares weekly project reports, and undertakes site visits to ensure installations align with design intent, contract requirements, and project schedules.